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July 26, 2022

‘We’re cracking down on them’: Rockford pursues new regulations, registry for ATVs

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July 13, 2022

Loves Park looks for compliance on median law without issuing tickets

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June 10, 2022

Police release dash-cam, body-worn video of shooting outside Rockford Casino

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June 7, 2022

Rockford approves new gunshot detectors, license-plate readers for police

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June 6, 2022

Rockford Police Department renews search for entry-level officers

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May 31, 2022

Authorities say man pointed gun at himself before raising it toward officers outside Rockford casino

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Join us at 815 ALE FEST at the Tebala Event Center on Saturday, January 31. Your chance to sample TONS of beers from different breweries near and far! Live music from Dead Man's Hand, food, great vibes, and more! Grab your tickets at 815alefest.com

Join us at 815 ALE FEST at the Tebala Event Center on Saturday, January 31. Your chance to sample TONS of beers from different breweries near and far! Live music from Dead Man's Hand, food, great vibes, and more! Grab your tickets at 815alefest.com

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If you’ve got someone on your list who treats their car like a member of the familyor maybe even than some of the family 815 Custom Auto is about to be your holiday MVP this year. This Rockford favorite has everything a car lover could possibly want, and yes, that includes gifts that go way beyond the basic air freshener!

If you’ve got someone on your list who treats their car like a member of the familyor maybe even than some of the family 815 Custom Auto is about to be your holiday MVP this year. This Rockford favorite has everything a car lover could possibly want, and yes, that includes gifts that go way beyond the basic air freshener!

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815 Holiday Gift Guide: 815 Custom Auto

Rock River Current December 22, 2025 1:18 pm

If you’ve got a golf lover on your holiday shopping list, Rockford has two places that’ll have them counting down to spring.

First up, Golf Shack. This is the spot for golfers who take their gear seriously. From Patagonia apparel that keeps them warm on chilly rounds (and looks good off the course too) to must-have accessories, Golf Shack is packed with gifts they’ll actually use.

Not sure on size or style? A Golf Shack gift card lets them pick out exactly what they want when golf season ramps back up. And don’t miss their golf ball specials, including a buy one, get one for $50 deal, perfect for stocking up or tossing a sleeve into a stocking.

If you’ve got a golf lover on your holiday shopping list, Rockford has two places that’ll have them counting down to spring.

First up, Golf Shack. This is the spot for golfers who take their gear seriously. From Patagonia apparel that keeps them warm on chilly rounds (and looks good off the course too) to must-have accessories, Golf Shack is packed with gifts they’ll actually use.

Not sure on size or style? A Golf Shack gift card lets them pick out exactly what they want when golf season ramps back up. And don’t miss their golf ball specials, including a buy one, get one for $50 deal, perfect for stocking up or tossing a sleeve into a stocking.

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Holiday Gift Guide 815: Golf Shack Rockford

Rock River Current December 19, 2025 2:09 pm

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December 8, 2025

After initial delay, committee gives preliminary OK to new Rockford McDonald’s

December 8, 2025

Parents, teachers sound off on Harlem School District’s proposed cuts

December 8, 2025

Harlem School District to hold three public forums over potential cuts, closures

December 8, 2025

815 Gift Guide: Glow with Britt in Rockford

December 5, 2025

Rockford mayor to issue ‘Shop Local in December’ proclamation

December 5, 2025

425 Manufacturing loads up more than 800 toys for The Salvation Army in Rockford

December 5, 2025

New Roscoe business aims to provide sanctuary from stress

December 4, 2025

Hard Rock Casino Rockford gifts $2K to The Arc, part of hundreds of thousands donated so far this year

December 4, 2025

Rockford couple opens new discount mattress store

December 3, 2025

Stroll on State to refund all vendor fees after snow hampered business

December 3, 2025

Marshmallow’s HOPE to provide free mental health services to Rockford Public Schools students

December 2, 2025

Carz R Us cuts the ribbon on its second location in Machesney Park

December 2, 2025

Nik’s Wish celebrates new Rockford headquarters with surprise gift for cancer patient

December 2, 2025

YMCA in Loves Park to double fitness center size, add 24-hour access

December 2, 2025

Rever’s Marina in downtown Rockford to go back up for sale

December 2, 2025

New Rockford shop offers mailing, shipping and resources to help small businesses grow

December 1, 2025

2 new downtown venues win approval from Rockford City Council

December 1, 2025

A one-of-a-kind painting discovered in Rockford has been returned to its home in Poland

November 29, 2025

Winter storm turns Rockford holiday festival into ‘Snow on State’

November 29, 2025

Photos: Stroll on State 2025 rolls on through the snow in downtown Rockford

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